sweet potato ground beef recipes
A quick, delicious, and nutritious one-pan meal featuring ground beef and roasted sweet potatoes. This dish is perfect for a busy weeknight, offering a hearty and balanced combination of flavors and textures, making it both satisfying and healthy.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Knife and cutting board
- Peeler
- Cooking spoon
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Remove any excess fat.
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet. Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Combine: Once the sweet potatoes are tender, stir the mixture to combine everything. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Variations: You can add extra vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
Spiciness: If you prefer a spicier dish, add some chili flakes or a diced jalapeño while cooking the onions and garlic.
Meal Prep: This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and is perfect for meal prepping.
Alternative Meat: Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a leaner alternative to ground beef.